A Nurse Is Giving Instructions to a Family Whose First

question 9

Multiple Choice

A nurse is giving instructions to a family whose first language is not English. In order for the teaching to be effective, what type of discussion should the nurse have with the family?

• A)Give the family instruction booklets written in their first language.
• B)Give verbal instruction in English and written instructions in the family's first language.
• C)Obtain an interpreter to assist the nurse in presenting the instructions and verifying the families' understanding of the instructions.
• D)Provide the instructions in English and ask the family to repeat the instructions to you.

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Definitions:

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